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6 Places You Have To Hit Up at St. Kitts

HipLatinaAugust 7, 2018September 11, 2020

by HipLatinaAugust 7, 2018September 11, 202001344

The Caribbean island of St. Kitts is pretty much the stuff of Island dreams—located next to its smaller sister island of Nevis as part of the West Indies, the island boasts amazing green mountains and beaches of white, gray, and...

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The Art of the Latecation: How to Plan a Last-Minute Trip

Bill O’ConnorJuly 18, 2018September 23, 2020

by Bill O’ConnorJuly 18, 2018September 23, 20202 6366

Are you just waking up and catching the travel bug this summer? While everyone at work seems to be on vacation, I’ve ended up filling in for them chained to my desk. But I’m starting to wonder why I’m spending...

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4 Money Traps To Avoid While Traveling This Summer

Deborah ParrishJuly 7, 2018September 21, 2020

by Deborah ParrishJuly 7, 2018September 21, 202012206

According to the U.S. Travel Association, in 2015, Americans spent $110 billion traveling overseas. If you are planning to see the world this summer, and want to save some money while doing it, avoid these travel traps when you venture...

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4 Things You Must Do if You Want to Work and Travel

HipLatinaJune 26, 2018October 2, 2020

by HipLatinaJune 26, 2018October 2, 202012398

When people think of making money while traveling, they conjure up images of curated Instagram profiles and celebrity status. Well, I’m here to tell you that you don’t need either of those things if you want to make money while...

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10 Reasons You Should Travel to Hawaii in 2018

Irina GonzalezMay 7, 2018October 2, 2020

by Irina GonzalezMay 7, 2018October 2, 202002266

When I first visited Hawaii back in 2007, I had a great time on the island of Oahu. My friend and I went to the beach plenty, exploring different beaches all across the island and in Honolulu, and even some...

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8 Must-Do Things in Amsterdam That Aren’t the Red Light District

Irina GonzalezApril 24, 2018October 15, 2020

by Irina GonzalezApril 24, 2018October 15, 202001467

Here’s what I knew about Amsterdam before going there: Lots of canals, legalized marijuana, and the famed Red Light District. So when my husband suggested we go there last fall, I wasn’t sure what to expect. What I found, was...

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The 10 Best Places To Go With Your Girlfriends This Year

Irina GonzalezApril 15, 2018October 14, 2020

by Irina GonzalezApril 15, 2018October 14, 202004628

I love traveling with my partner (like our most recent trip to New Orleans) but sometimes you just need a good old fashioned girlfriend getaway. There’s just something about taking off with your besties that’s very different than going away...

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7 Things To Do, See & Eat in New Orleans (That’s Not Just Bourbon Street)

Irina GonzalezApril 4, 2018October 12, 2020

by Irina GonzalezApril 4, 2018October 12, 20202 3591

New Orleans is a beautiful city with a rich history, but most of what you hear about the Louisiana city is Bourbon Street, where many come to drink, party or check out Mardi Gras. While those things are plenty of fun,...

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Travel To These 10 Retreats in Latin America to Rekindle the Spark in Your Relationship

Irina GonzalezMarch 25, 2018October 22, 2020

by Irina GonzalezMarch 25, 2018October 22, 20202 4161

After a couple’s honeymoon, there isn’t a whole lot of reason or time to travel. Sure, you probably talk and dream about it all the time but it’s not easy to find the time or money to travel as a...

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4 Experts Answer the Question: Should You Travel With Your Partner or Pay Off Debt?

Irina GonzalezFebruary 27, 2018October 30, 2020

by Irina GonzalezFebruary 27, 2018October 30, 20203 2400

One of the biggest things that couples argue about is money. According to a survey reported by CNBC, 35% of couples experiencing stress say that it is because of money issues. And probably the biggest concern when it comes to...

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How This Latina Found a Way to Travel the World and Make a Living

Bill O’ConnorMarch 24, 2017February 8, 2021

by Bill O’ConnorMarch 24, 2017February 8, 202101722

If you don’t always think of tech and travel going hand in hand, think again. I chatted with Olga Maria, HipLatina contributor and founder of DreamsInHeels on how she’s become a maven in integrating the two fields. She’s currently back in New...

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How to Plan a Romantic Long Weekend Getaway to Mexico City

HipLatinaMarch 18, 2017February 9, 2021

by HipLatinaMarch 18, 2017February 9, 202101156

Ready for a long weekend away with the main love in your life? For a belated Valentine’s Day gift to each other, my boyfriend and I went to Mexico City for three full days. Though the trip was short, we...